The most famous attraction in Clear Lake is the historical Surf Ballroom.
It was the last place that Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and the Big Bopper played.
When they were scheduled to fly home the plane crashed in a corn field.
Nobody on the plane survived.
Now you can visit the Surf where there are still live concerts.
They have old fashioned things and it has not changed much.
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Admission: Admission: $5.00 suggested donation admission. Self-guided tour. Visit one of the few operating Ballrooms in the Midwest, and the final concert site of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and JP"The Big Bopper" Richardson.
Hotels:
These are two hotels that are in Clear Lake, but I suggest staying in a cottage.
48 Rooms * Suites * Handicap rooms * Laundry * Free breakfast * Swimming pool * Hot tub * Cable TV * Pets * Business Facilities * Meeting room for 40 * Non-smoking * AmEx * Diner's Club * Discover * MC * VISA
Best Western Holiday Lodge / Bennigan's
I-35 & US Highway 18
P. O. Box 610
Clear Lake, IA 50428
Arriving at "Blessing on Main", you will receive a warm welcome, refreshments. Discovery of a quieter, more leisurely time in this restored century old Victorian Home furnished with antique and cherished family heirlooms. King, Queen, Twin beds. Private baths, AC. Bountiful breakfast. Main Avenue location only 3 blocks from restored downtown & these attractions - casual/fine dining, antique/specialty shops, Lakeside City Park with beautiful view of Clear Lake, "Lady of the Lake" excursion boat.
Dickson’s Landing Carriage House Bed and Breakfast invites you to enjoy the elegance of an 1873 Victorian Home in a spacious 900 square foot suite. Amenities include a private entrance and bath, king-sized bed, hot breakfast in your room, kitchenette, loft, central air conditioning, high speed wireless internet and heated garage.
Lovely Victorian, 3 rooms, private baths, guest parlor & kitchenette, carriage house suite, walk to downtown & fine dining. Enjoy your gourmet breakfast on the screened veranda furnished with wicker.
Norsk Hus By-The-Shore
3611 North Shore Drive
Clear Lake, IA 50428
(641) 357-8368
• Bed & Breakfast
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On the lake, three-room suite includes two bedrooms, living room, kitchenette, bath and private entrance. Scandinavian and antique decor with Scandinavian treats served when guests arrive. Located on Clear Lake's North Shore near McIntosh Woods State Park and All Vet's Golf Course.n Open May thru October.
And here are the cottages:
Please call:
Summer Lodging Realtors With Rental Listings Clear Lake Cottage & Cabin Rental Listing Individuals With Summer Rentals Available This list is compiled by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce as a courtesy for visitors to our area. Reservations must be made with individual property owners directly. The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce assumes no liability for information listed below, and all listings are subject to change.
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Anchor Realty
(641)357-6109
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Sevens: it is downtown and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Cabin Coffee: Is open until 4pm. They have breakfast, lunch, drinks, and dessert. It isy the also downtown.
Italian Garden: It is in Mason City by Hobby Lobby and HyVy. It is yummy! 2456 4th Street Southwest
Mason City, IA 50401-4664
(641) 423-3590
Backyard Deli: They have the best pancakes. The pancakes are thr size fo a plate. It is located downtown. They serve breakfast and lunch.
Sips is also a good restaurant. It is on N. Shore Drive near the Surf Ballroom. They serve lunch and dinner.
These are my top 5 restaurants.
Another awesome resort town is Okoboji. In Okaboji there are many different things to do. When you scroll down I will list some cool things to do, hotels, and restaurants.
Things to do:
Okoboji has its own amusement park. Here is the website, phone number, and address.
The Ranch
The Ranch
Intersection of Hwy. 71 and 175th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
There are also many open parks and golf courses. You could also go visit the lake and go shopping. There are so many different things for you to choose from.
Places to stay:
Here is a regular hotel to stay at. They are on the lake and they also have a nice pool!
The most famous attraction in Clear Lake is the historical Surf Ballroom.
It was the last place that Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, and the Big Bopper played.
When they were scheduled to fly home the plane crashed in a corn field.
Nobody on the plane survived.
Now you can visit the Surf where there are still live concerts.
They have old fashioned things and it has not changed much.
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Admission: Admission: $5.00 suggested donation admission. Self-guided tour. Visit one of the few operating Ballrooms in the Midwest, and the final concert site of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and JP"The Big Bopper" Richardson.
Hotels:
These are two hotels that are in Clear Lake, but I suggest staying in a cottage.
Clear Lake, IA 50428
Fax: (641) 357-8956
• Lodging Establishments
48 Rooms * Suites * Handicap rooms * Laundry * Free breakfast * Swimming pool * Hot tub * Cable TV * Pets * Business Facilities * Meeting room for 40 * Non-smoking * AmEx * Diner's Club * Discover * MC * VISA
P. O. Box 610
Clear Lake, IA 50428
Fax: (641) 357-8153
• Restaurants
Clear Lake, IA 50428
• Lodging Establishments
Arriving at "Blessing on Main", you will receive a warm welcome, refreshments. Discovery of a quieter, more leisurely time in this restored century old Victorian Home furnished with antique and cherished family heirlooms. King, Queen, Twin beds. Private baths, AC. Bountiful breakfast. Main Avenue location only 3 blocks from restored downtown & these attractions - casual/fine dining, antique/specialty shops, Lakeside City Park with beautiful view of Clear Lake, "Lady of the Lake" excursion boat.
Clear Lake, IA 50428
Fax: (641) 423-7363
• Lodging Establishments
Dickson’s Landing Carriage House Bed and Breakfast invites you to enjoy the elegance of an 1873 Victorian Home in a spacious 900 square foot suite. Amenities include a private entrance and bath, king-sized bed, hot breakfast in your room, kitchenette, loft, central air conditioning, high speed wireless internet and heated garage.
Clear Lake, IA 50428
Fax: (641) 357-0345
• Lodging Establishments
Lovely Victorian, 3 rooms, private baths, guest parlor & kitchenette, carriage house suite, walk to downtown & fine dining. Enjoy your gourmet breakfast on the screened veranda furnished with wicker.
Clear Lake, IA 50428
• Lodging Establishments
On the lake, three-room suite includes two bedrooms, living room, kitchenette, bath and private entrance. Scandinavian and antique decor with Scandinavian treats served when guests arrive. Located on Clear Lake's North Shore near McIntosh Woods State Park and All Vet's Golf Course.n Open May thru October.
Please call:
Summer Lodging
Realtors With Rental Listings
Clear Lake Cottage & Cabin Rental Listing
Individuals With Summer Rentals Available
This list is compiled by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce as a courtesy for visitors to our area. Reservations must be made with individual property owners directly. The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce assumes no liability for information listed below, and all listings are subject to change.
(641)357-6109
(641) 357-7355 clarkassoc@netins.net
www.clarkclearlake.com
Restaurants:
Here is a list of my favorites:
Sevens: it is downtown and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Cabin Coffee: Is open until 4pm. They have breakfast, lunch, drinks, and dessert. It isy the also downtown.
Italian Garden: It is in Mason City by Hobby Lobby and HyVy. It is yummy! 2456 4th Street Southwest
Mason City, IA 50401-4664
(641) 423-3590
Backyard Deli: They have the best pancakes. The pancakes are thr size fo a plate. It is located downtown. They serve breakfast and lunch.
Sips is also a good restaurant. It is on N. Shore Drive near the Surf Ballroom. They serve lunch and dinner.
These are my top 5 restaurants.
Another awesome resort town is Okoboji. In Okaboji there are many different things to do. When you scroll down I will list some cool things to do, hotels, and restaurants.
Things to do:
Okoboji has its own amusement park. Here is the website, phone number, and address.Intersection of Hwy. 71 and 175th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
There are also many open parks and golf courses. You could also go visit the lake and go shopping. There are so many different things for you to choose from.
Places to stay:
Here is a regular hotel to stay at. They are on the lake and they also have a nice pool!
Enjoy West Lake Okoboji at it's Finest!
3301 Lake Shore Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
Phone: (712) 332-2113
Toll-Free: (800) 831-5092
I enjoy these welcoming bed and breakfasts.
2329 170th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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1704 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
E-mail: relax@okobojicountryinn.com
Paul and Sheila Thomsen
1790 510th St
Linn Grove, IA 51033
E-mail: innspirationbandb@webbwireless.net
La Barca Restaurant got 5/5 stars. It is a Mexican restaurant.
1400 Lake St
Spirit Lake, IA
(712)336-4147Maxwell's Beach cafe got 4.5/5 stars. 37 Lake St
Arnolds Park, IA
(712)332-7578Okoboji Bagle Company also recieved 4.5/5 stars.
243 W Broadway St
Spirit Lake, IA
(712)332-9205